<15 min Average migration time $39/mo Starting price (transparent) 100% API compatibility coverage ## Blooio vs Linq: Complete Comparison | Feature | Blooio | Linq | |----------------------------------|-------------------------------------|----------------------------------| | Starting Price | Starting at $39/month | Undisclosed (must book call) | | Pricing Transparency | Public pricing on website | Hidden pricing, requires sales call| | Free Trial | Yes (no credit card required) | Must contact sales | | API Documentation | Comprehensive public docs | Limited documentation | | Webhook Logs & Debugging | Built-in logs, full request/response inspection | Basic webhook events | | Webhook Replay | One-click replay for failed webhooks| Not available | | Typing Indicators | Full support with start/stop controls| Limited or requires workarounds | | Read Receipts | Built-in with webhook events | Limited support | | iMessage Effects | Full support (invisible ink, balloons, etc.)| Not supported | | Message Reactions (Tapbacks) | Send and receive reactions | Limited support | | RCS Support | Native RCS support | Not offered | | Message Cancellation | Cancel queued messages via API | Not available | | Contact Capabilities Check | Check iMessage support before sending| Must send to discover | | Idempotency Support | Built-in with Idempotency-Key header| Basic support | | OpenAPI Specification | Full OpenAPI 3.0 spec available | Available (OpenAPI 3.0.3) | | Native CRM Integrations | GHL, HubSpot, n8n, Zapier, Make | Limited integrations | | Chrome Plugin Required | No — works natively in your CRM | No | | MCP Server (AI Integration) | Available for Claude, Cursor, etc. | Not available | | Setup Complexity | 15 minutes average | Longer onboarding process | | Support Response Time | Near-instant via messaging | Standard support tickets | | Company Focus | 100% dedicated to messaging API | Digital business cards + messaging| ## Migrate in Under 15 Minutes Our streamlined migration process gets you up and running faster than any competitor. No complex setup, no hidden fees, no surprises. 1. ### Sign up for Blooio [Create your free account in 30 seconds. No credit card required for trial.](https://app.blooio.com/signup?flow=linq) 2. ### Get your API key Generate your API key from the dashboard. Instant access to all features. 3. ### Update your endpoints Replace Linq endpoints with Blooio. Our API is simpler and better documented. 4. ### Test & deploy Use our webhook logs and testing tools to verify everything works perfectly. ## API Migration Guide ### Linq API ```javascript // Linq Partner API const response = await fetch( 'https://api.linqapp.com/api/partner/v2/chats', { method: 'POST', headers: { 'X-LINQ-INTEGRATION-TOKEN': token, 'Content-Type': 'application/json' }, body: JSON.stringify({ phone_number: '+1555', ❌ supports phone numbers only text: 'Hello from Linq' }) } ); ``` ### Blooio API Simpler & Faster ```javascript // Blooio Messaging API const response = await fetch( 'https://backend.blooio.com/v1/api/messages', { method: 'POST', headers: { 'Authorization': `Bearer ${apiKey}`, 'Content-Type': 'application/json' }, body: JSON.stringify({ to: '+15551234567', ✅ supports email addresses as well text: 'Hello from Blooio' }) } ); ``` **Migration tip:** Blooio uses standard Bearer authentication and simpler endpoint structure. Most migrations take under 15 minutes. Our API returns standard HTTP status codes and includes better error messages. ## Why Teams Switch from Linq to Blooio Linq built an iMessage API as a side feature. We built our entire company around providing the best messaging API for businesses. ### Better Developer Experience Comprehensive public documentation, better error messages, webhook replay, detailed logs, and OpenAPI spec. Everything developers need. ### Transparent Pricing Start at just $39/month with clear pricing on our website. No hidden fees, no surprise charges, no need to book a call. ### Superior Features Typing indicators, read receipts, iMessage effects, message reactions, RCS support, and more — all included. ### Better Support Near-instant support via messaging. No ticket systems, no waiting days for responses. Real humans, real time. ### Native Integrations Works directly with your CRM — GHL, HubSpot, and more. No Chrome plugins, no separate portals, no context switching. ### Advanced Webhooks Webhook replay, detailed delivery logs, better event structure, and comprehensive debugging tools built in. ### Carrier Partner We're a direct carrier partner with access to US phone numbers. No middleman delays or restrictions on your messaging. ### Risk Tolerance Monitoring Real-time account health dashboard. Monitor your risk score and stay ahead of potential issues before they impact delivery. ### Built for Scale From 1 line to 100+ lines. We scale infrastructure with your growth and move at startup speed to ship features fast. ## API Features Linq Doesn't Have ### Webhook Replay & Advanced Debugging Failed webhooks are a pain. Blooio lets you replay any webhook event with one click, view full request/response logs, filter by status code, and debug issues without recreating test scenarios. #### Webhook Logs - Live real-time webhook delivery monitoring with one-click replay - message.sentAPI200 - Replay - https://api.example.com/webhooks/blooio - message.queuedAPI200 - Replay - https://hooks.example.com/messages/receive - message.readAPI200 - Replay - https://webhooks.example.com/api/events ### Message Cancellation Need to cancel a queued message? Blooio makes it simple with a DELETE request. Perfect for scheduling systems or preventing duplicate sends. ```plaintext DELETE /v1/api/messages/{messageId} ``` ### Contact Capabilities API Know before you send. Check if a contact supports iMessage, SMS, or RCS before sending your message. Optimize your messaging strategy based on real capabilities. ```plaintext GET /v1/api/contacts/{contact}/capabilities ``` ### Advanced Typing Indicators Create natural conversation flows with precise typing indicator control. Start and stop typing indicators programmatically for better user experience. ```plaintext POST /v1/api/typing/{identifier} DELETE /v1/api/typing/{identifier} ``` ### iMessage Effects & Reactions Send messages with invisible ink, balloons, confetti, and other iMessage effects. React to messages with tapbacks (love, like, laugh, etc.) just like native iMessage. ## "The migration was shockingly easy" > We switched from Linq to Blooio in one afternoon. The API is cleaner, the docs are better, and the webhook debugging tools alone saved us hours of development time. Plus, we're saving money with transparent pricing. — Development teams using Blooio ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How long does migration take?▼ Most teams complete their migration in under 15 minutes. Blooio's API is simpler than Linq's, with better documentation and fewer required fields. You'll update your API endpoint and authentication header, then you're done. ### Is Blooio cheaper than Linq?▼ Blooio starts at just $39/month with all features included and no setup fees. Linq doesn't list their pricing publicly — you must book a sales call. Our customers consistently report saving money after switching, plus they get more features. ### Will my webhooks still work?▼ Yes! Blooio's webhook structure is similar to Linq's, but better. We include the message text and attachments in webhook payloads, plus we have webhook replay and detailed logs for debugging. Most teams can migrate webhooks with minimal changes. ### Can I test before switching?▼ Absolutely! Blooio offers a completely free trial with no credit card required. Test all features, including our superior webhooks, debugging tools, and API endpoints before migrating your production traffic. ### What if I need help during migration?▼ Our support team is available via near-instant messaging. No ticket systems, no waiting days for responses. Text us and get real help from real humans in real time. We'll help you migrate successfully. ### Does Blooio support the same features as Linq?▼ Blooio supports everything Linq does, plus features they don't have: webhook replay, message cancellation, contact capabilities checking, iMessage effects, better typing indicators, RCS support, and native CRM integrations without Chrome plugins. ## Ready to switch? Join the teams that have already migrated to a better messaging API. Start your free trial today — no credit card required. [Start Your Free Trial](https://app.blooio.com/signup?flow=linq)